Check out this cinematic new music video, directed by Hype Williams, for the latest single from Common’s forthcoming 10th studio album, Nobody Smiling. This visual plays like a short film and I really enjoy the fact that we never see Common or Vince make an appearance throughout. Nobody Smiling hits stores on July 22nd via Def Jam and No I.D.’s imprint, Atrium Records.

Before we get to see the Hype Williams directed video for the latest single off of Common’s 10th studio album, we get to hear the song itself. Featuring a guest appearance by fellow label mate, Vince Staples, “Kingdom” is laced by Chicago beatsmith No I.D.

Countless rappers have made it big on the silver screen including LL Cool J, T.I and Ice T. Others have made cameos on sitcoms, dramas and the occasional sci-fi show. Here is a list of some of our favorite hip hop artists t.v. cameos. Read More

Common is listenable here. Illa J and Frank Nitt don’t disturb or are harmless. Dezi Paige really steals the show. She’s finessing those strings with a half-staccato, half-grooving yodel. Lovely addition to a vanilla cream song otherwise.

Wu-Tang, Tyler The Creator, Danny Brown (and special performances from ODB and Eazy-E) are just a few of the names that headline this year’s Rock The Bells Festival. Check out the full lineup after the jump. Read More

MTV got a chance to sit down with members of G.O.O.D. Music including Hit-Boy, Pusha T, Mannie Fresh, CyHi The Prynce, Common, and Big Sean to discuss Cruel Summer and G.O.O.D. Music as a whole as they continue to take the world by storm.

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